2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
